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Horton Mill Community Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Horton Mill Community Primary School is a community primary school in Oldham , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 239 pupils, and a capacity of 253 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

239

Pupils

253

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Horton Mill Community Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Horton Mill Community Primary School is set by Oldham and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 94% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Oldham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Oldham catchment area documents →

Horton Mill Community Primary School — School Information

Full address
Southlink, Glodwick, Oldham, OL4 1GL
Local authority
Oldham
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
32.1% of pupils
DfE URN
105679

Other Primary Schools in Oldham

If Horton Mill Community Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Oldham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Horton Mill Community Primary School

Is Horton Mill Community Primary School oversubscribed?

Horton Mill Community Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 253 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Horton Mill Community Primary School?

Admission to Horton Mill Community Primary School is managed by Oldham. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Horton Mill Community Primary School cover?

Horton Mill Community Primary School is a primary school in Oldham, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.